Shortly after 1 a.m. Sunday, Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop I wee called to investigate a single vehicle fatal crash on LA HIghway 103 at Frilot Cove Rd in St. Landry Parish.

The crash claimed the life of 18-year-old Ethan Thibodeaux of Opelousas, according to a release from La. State Police

According to the initial investigation by State Police, Thibodeaux was operating a 2009 Chevrolet truck south on LA 103. For unknown reasons, the vehicle traveled off of the left side of the roadway, struck a tree and became fully engulfed in flames.

Due to fire, it is unknown if Thibodeaux was wearing a seat belt. Thibodeaux sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead on scene by the St. Landry Parish Coroner’s Office, according to the release. Two passengers in the vehicle were wearing seat belts and sustained minor injuries. They were transported to a local hospital for treatment, according to the release.

Impairment is suspected to be a factor in the crash; however, routine toxicology samples are pending and the crash remains under investigation, according to the release.